Coherent Geometry; Carved Molds and Ancient Methods

Coherent Geometry; Carved Molds and Ancient Methods

March 30, 2022 1 Comment

The great masterpieces of Celtic metalwork that inspired me were done with even less than the basic tools I had in the 1970s.

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Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design

Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design

November 05, 2020 2 Comments

The Picts were a medieval society that inhabited northeast Scotland in the 3rd to 10th centuries. Their mysterious history has been difficult for scholars to understand due to a lack of surviving written records, but the Picts have left an enormous record carved in stone. The style of their monuments puts them firmly in the greater Celtic culture, showing artistic themes closely kin to the sculpture, metalwork, and manuscript art of the contemporary Irish. 

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The History and  Romance of Rose Gold

The History and Romance of Rose Gold

April 29, 2019

Any item made by Walker Metalsmiths that is available in yellow gold can be made in Rose Gold.  The blush hue is often associate with romance and love which makes it very popular in engagement, wedding and anniversary rings.  You will also find that many of our pieces use rose gold to highlight white or yellow gold.  

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How To Care For Your New Jewelry

How To Care For Your New Jewelry

June 14, 2018 1 Comment

You've gotten your Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry and love wearing it, so now what?  Proper storage, care, and cleaning can help your jewelry to look it's best and ensure it's wearable condition.  Jewelry like many things we wear and use in our everyday life does require maintenance over time, but there are some simple things you can do to care for your favorite pieces. 

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Custom Rings- How Does it all Work?

Custom Rings- How Does it all Work?

April 11, 2016 2 Comments

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A Farewell to Fairport

A Farewell to Fairport

January 08, 2016

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The Personal Side of Custom Jewelry

The Personal Side of Custom Jewelry

August 28, 2015

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Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice

Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice

October 17, 2014

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“Lost Art” Revealed by Jeweler at Celtic Art Conference in Ireland

“Lost Art” Revealed by Jeweler at Celtic Art Conference in Ireland

August 12, 2014

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